1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 340 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (214 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GTV6 | C |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1997 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
